tattersall et al?

[CMcG]

Are you talking about wearing such fabrics in a dress shirt with the kilt? I primarily wear tattersall and check shirts from Brooks Brothers with my Highland day attire. I have all kinds of colours and variations of check size. <snip>

One theory has it that you can mix patterns, especially several different plaid/check/ tartan patterns as long as you vary the scale. <snip>

Mellow is generally better than garish, I believe.

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Personally, I believe a paisley tie goes well with tartan, especially an ancient madder one with a hunting sett.

We are talking mainly shirts here?

Picture 1: perfect for a shirt.
Picture 2: smaller check and less loud is a fine option, light blue works well for a shirt.
Picture 3: for a shirt, in pale colours fine, particularly khaki.Herringbone in tweed can look great for a jacket.
picture 4: small pale blue works well for shirts and tweed houndstooth is a classic jacket pattern.
Picture 5:for a shirt? No. For a jacket? No. For a sweater? Perhaps. For hose? If you must.

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Very interesting

I was asking not just about shirts but anywhere such patterns might be appropriate... jackets, hose, and ties were also mentioned. When it comes to shirts though, are patterns like tattersall and gingham usually set on a white background?

In terms of contrasting patterns, it seems like the key is to find an example of any of these patterns that won't be overpowering. Some combination of smaller checks and subdued colours might do it...

JSFMACLJR's picture is particularly welcome because he's not wearing a jacket and it allows the pattern of his shirt to be seen clearly against his kilt. Looks good to me

How many patterns are people known to wear all at the same time? I'm still struggling at the thought of two together... let alone a tartan kilt, Argyll or diced hose, tattersall shirt, houndstooth jacket, and a paisley or striped tie.

I did have to look up MacLowlife's suggestion about shepherd check... another pattern I'm not familiar with